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Letter from Karachi: In a too-familiar crisis, signs of life and lovePakistan鈥檚 coronavirus response leads one writer to reflect on the country鈥檚 painful histories聽鈥� but also its resilience.
Readers RespondReaders write: Nonexistent numbers, top-notch director, and moreLetters to the editor for the July 27, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss whether or not 鈥渙ne zillion鈥� exists, and more.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFrom nuisance to neighborlyFaced with consistently disruptive next-door neighbors, a woman found that a spiritual perspective of what it means to be a neighbor made all the difference.
The Monitor's ViewLatin America鈥檚 democratic gemA new report shows why Uruguay is an icon of political virtues in a regional prone to autocratic, populist leaders.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThinking about suicide?Desperate for funds and feeling completely alone, a college student wondered if suicide was her only answer. But it wasn鈥檛 a way out she needed; it was a way forward 鈥� which she found as she reached out to God for comfort and guidance.
The Monitor's ViewWhy the world counts on honest stats in a pandemicPublic demand for transparency in data about all things COVID-19 has pushed institutions and countries to new levels of accountability.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding a homeStruggling to find a house that would accommodate both her budget and her large family, a woman turned to God for inspiration and guidance. The idea that God is 鈥渇orever near鈥� 鈥� wherever we may be 鈥� turned the way she was thinking about the situation around, and a happy resolution ensued.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica douses a fire over the Nile鈥檚 watersThe continent鈥檚 leaders so far have reduced tensions over Ethiopia鈥檚 giant new dam. Africa needs more models of resource sharing.
The Monitor's ViewProtecting the innocent 鈥� from Bosnia to ChinaThe US tries to curb Beijing鈥檚 campaign against a Muslim minority even as the world still comes to grips with the principle of protecting the innocent from mass atrocities.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveNothing can mask our spiritual goodnessIn these days of face masks and what may seem like the masking of good in others, here are some ideas on how we can keep seeing our neighbor from a spiritual standpoint.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAnger does not winAt times, emotion-driven reactiveness may seem to get the better of us. But as a mom found during a heated situation with her teenage daughter, being willing to let God, divine Love, motivate our thoughts and actions opens the door to harmony.
When athletes become activistsHow do you have the Olympics聽and聽activism? The pressure for change is significant, and the way forward might be in the athletes themselves.
Remembering John Lewis, the voice of generationsJohn Lewis spent a lifetime teaching聽America how to counter hate and injustice with love, tolerance, and conscience.
The Monitor's ViewToppling monuments to peopleAs the racial justice movement fells statues of former leaders and aims to raise new ones to other historical figures, the question must be asked: Why not look deeper for the causes of progress?
The postwar 鈥榳e鈥�- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveMake a placeSometimes the demands of everyday life, which for many have been heightened by the pandemic, can feel overwhelming. But as this poem highlights, divine Love, God, is here to inspire us with peace, stillness, and inspiration.
When Black athletes choose Black schools: Commentary on activism in sportsColumnist Ken Makin explores the role of activism in sports, from Muhammad Ali to聽Sharone Wright Jr.
The Monitor's ViewA model for letting go of the pastVietnam and the US, in celebrating a quarter century of ties, show how healing the legacy of war can create trust for close partnership.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhen an in-person visit isn鈥檛 an optionSometimes, especially in light of pandemic-related restrictions, we鈥檙e not able to care for loved ones in person. But no matter where we are, God鈥檚 healing light is here to comfort and guide all of us in tangible ways.
The Monitor's ViewNext up for national dialogue: Environmental justiceYoung people are more ready than ever to address the disproportionate impact of pollution and climate change on Black Americans.
